Alternative species in poultry farming and their economic, social, and cultural importance

Authors : Selda Karadağ

Pages : 30-37

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Publication Date : 2025-04-30

Article Type : Review Paper

Abstract :Within the livestock sector, poultry farming has advanced with technological developments, made significant contributions to the global economy. Among poultry, nearly all the demand for white meat and table eggs is met through commercial chicken farming. In addition to chicken meat and eggs, the farming of other poultry species such as ducks, turkeys, geese, quails, partridges, pheasants, and guinea fowl is also carried out as alternatives. The meats of these poultry species, particularly, as well as other by-products obtained, are establishing their presence in the international market. They are significant not only for providing extensive employment opportunities but also for their substantial contributions to national economies. The primary purpose of raising poultry species varies by country worldwide. While some of these poultry species are primarily raised for meat, egg, and feather production, others hold significant importance as hunting birds. Poultry farming holds significant importance in the social and cultural lives and beliefs of many countries. In addition, poultry species associated with special occasions are an integral part of the cultural traditions in many countries. In this review, poultry farming, which has been an important sector from past to present, has been approached from a different perspective, and the importance of the sustainability of this sector has been addressed in terms of habits and culture.
Keywords : Alternative poultry species, social and gastronomic culture, poultry farming, social and cultural importance

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